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Self harm crisis
Former Member
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Haven’t been here in a while and I was trying so hard not to return.
I just can’t stop self harming and I know it’s an issue but I can’t talk about it. I know there isn’t any help.
Just so close to giving up. I can’t deal with all these lies anymore.
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What makes you feel you can't talk about it? There is help and support here, we're happy to listen to you and we're here for you whenever you feel like popping in.
What have you used to try and help in the past? I've heard really great things about an app called Calm Harm... I'm not sure if maybe you've already come across that at all or if you'd like to give it a go?
I'm sending lots of support and strength your way. It will take time but you've got this, I know you can get through this moment no matter how bad it feels right now. Reaching out is a really good first step, as is recognising that it's an issue. If you want to talk more about what's making you feel like this, there are people around to listen.
its good youve came back on here. Is self harming something you want to stop? Im guessing maybe cause you said its an issue. But its a way to cope so its good you do things to help you. If you do want to stop there are loads of suggestions out there.
take care !
How are you feeling? It's really positive that your seeking support here, we care about you
The Mix have lots of info on self-harm here which you may find helpful
Sending hugs
sorry life really got on top of me..
when I say lies I mean that I have to lie and pretend that everything is okay and fine when it’s not. I feel like I’m gonna be this messed up person forever.. it’s like sometimes I wanna get better but other times I don’t. I want people to see how much I’m suffering.
You're not a messed up person you're just a human being, we all go through tough times and I don't think it'll be like this forever.
Hope you're ok, sending hugs your way
- Lucy
Welcome back!
It doesn't sound easy to be pretending everything is okay when it isn't, its understandable that you may feel like you may stay feeling this way forever, however with the right support it is possible that things can improve!
It's also completely normal when we are struggling to have feelings of wanting help and then not, have you been able to talk to anyone else about how things are for you at the moment?
You mentioned in your first post that you are struggling with self harm, iv'e popped some distractions and articles in the spoiler, to take a look at if and when you are ready.
Distraction techniques: http://www.themix.org.uk/mental-heal...ions-5696.html·
Steps to self-harm recovery: http://www.themix.org.uk/mental-heal...very-5697.html
Going to your GP about self harm: http://www.themix.org.uk/mental-heal...harm-5688.html